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BREAKING NEWS
Rahmanullah Lakanwal worked with the U.S. government before entering the U.S. in 2021; Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, 20, was killed and Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe critically wounded
The man fired at least one shot, striking an officer in the chest, where he was protected from more severe injuries by his ballistic vest
The incident involved two different vehicle pursuits and a foot pursuit of a man with multiple outstanding warrants who stole a Wauwatosa Police cruiser
Upon entering the home to respond to a man in crisis, the officers were immediately met with the man grabbing a knife from the kitchen and running at them
Patti Jackson has served as the Tacoma PD’s interim police chief since March 2025; she came to the agency from the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office, where she worked for over 35 years
After Chief Jim McDonnell said the LAPD would not enforce the No Secret Police Act, legislators confirmed that suits can be filed against any agencies or officers who violate the law
Huntington Beach PD used a helicopter, spike strips and a PIT maneuver before the driver ran into the ocean and surrendered under a spotlight
Lee County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Rick Haggard, 52, served as the SRO for Shannon Elementary School
“Given this increase in unprecedented collaboration ... we’ll draw down 700 people effective today — 700 law enforcement personnel,” Homan said
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Civilians need to understand that these are thinly veiled attacks on law and order, not playful fun
Sixty law enforcement officers were killed in the line of duty during the first six months of 2019 – a 35% decrease over the same period last year
Recent news stories show an increasing trend of exclusionary behavior by businesses toward police
There is a great teaching moment that is at risk of being squandered by law enforcement
Association with an extremist group or comments that could be interpreted as bigoted could be used to show bias in a case that involves people of the targeted group
Good police officers are experts at hiding their emotions, so only a partner or very close co-worker may see the warning signs
PRODUCT NEWS
TRULEO software will automate review of 100% of the department’s BWC footage
Report explores how public safety professionals use and apply powerful digital investigative solutions
“Insight LPR’s quick response and advanced technology were crucial in maintaining security and identifying potential threats. Their support made a significant difference in the success of this high-profile event,” Lieutenant Chad Sell said
Wedge flashlights now available in orange and lime green; Wedge XT adds silver
Smith & Warren marks a century of excellence in badge designing and manufacturing
The deployment allows officers to use their smartphones as both mobile and desktop workstations to reduce reliance on traditional laptops
Law enforcement agencies are considering opening small incinerators of their own — with state help
T-Mobile support helps responders keep the game, the city and the fans safe
The Jackson PD will use the money to maintain the LPR system that has been in operation since 2022; the sheriff’s office will continue its contract with the LPR vendor Flock Safety
Integration will offer ecosystem for enhanced case, investigation and digital evidence management